Onward to Cusco
June 08, 2014, Ayacucho to Andauaylas
Very nice paved road, going is slow due to curves and obstacles however it's a great ride. Road runs along the top of the Andes and the altitude keeps around 13,500'+.
Lunch break:
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Incredible views:
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I wonder if there's anything around this corner?:
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Yup, another rock:
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June 09, 2014, Andahualyas to Abancay, 104 miles:
The road is paved about half way and then it turned to dirt, dust and rocks, three hours of it, however, more amazing views!
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Abancay in the distance, an hour and a half more:
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June 10, 2014:
Great ride from Abancay to Cuscos, twisty mountain road and only one construction stop.
GPS started mapping, road climbing out of Abancay:
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Lunch stop:
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Song of the Day: Sussudio, Phil Collins (this played while I was eating lunch)
Arriving Cusco, Plaza de Armas:
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When I first saw Cusco I was a bit concerned about navigating and finding a place to stay however it went great. Asked directions to the Plaza de Armas twice and then a policeman directed me to a Hostal with parking. Within 15-20 minutes I was settled.
Wondered around the plaza and found a pub, Norton's Rat, motorcycle themed place and hung out there. It's tourist central however, I met a lot of fun people. Life is Good!